Author name: Mark J Burger, CPA

Mark is a Certified Public Accountant with over 35 years of experience serving a diverse client base across various industries and market segments. He focuses on complex planning and implementation of solutions to help growing and established business clients' structure and scale human resource solutions and employee benefits, both internally and through co-employment solutions with professional employer organizations (PEOs). Mark's deep understanding of a business's life cycle enables him to provide clients with accurate and timely information to empower them to make solid, informed decisions. Decades of experience allow him to anticipate and proactively address his clients' needs at every stage of growth and development. Mark's expertise and attentive approach have made him a trusted advisor for numerous businesses over his accomplished career.

Muli-State Remote Work Compliance
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2026 Multi-State PEO Compliance: What Every Smart Employer Needs to Know Now

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You Have Remote Employees in Five States. Does Your PEO Actually Know What That Means for Your Compliance Exposure? In 2025 and 2026, the multi-state regulatory landscape accelerated at a pace that most Professional Employer Organizations have not matched. New paid leave programs, shifting noncompete thresholds, state-level artificial intelligence employment laws, and wage transparency mandates […]

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Your PEO’s Health Plan Is Costing You More Than It Should. Here Is How to Know for Certain.
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Your PEO’s Health Plan Is Costing You More Than It Should. Here Is How to Know for Certain

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The Average Cost of Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance The average cost of employer-sponsored health insurance reached $17,496 per employee in 2025, according to Mercer’s National Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Plans — a 6 percent increase well above the rate of inflation and wage growth. The average family premium now stands at $26,993, according to the KFF

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Revolutionary PEO Blueprint: Skyrocket Employee Retention

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The Engagement Crisis Facing Small and Medium-Sized Businesses Employee engagement in the United States remains at 31 percent in early 2026, unchanged from 2024 and down from the 36 percent peak recorded in 2020 according to Gallup research. Globally, engagement hovers between 21 and 23 percent, representing one of the lowest periods in recent history.

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Identifying Quality PEOs with Clear Roles, Strong Client Support, and Measurable Benchmarks
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Certified PEOs: How to Identify Quality Providers and True Strategic Partners

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Identifying Quality Certified PEOs with Clear Roles, Strong Client Support, and Measurable Benchmarks According to NAPEO, businesses that partner with Professional Employer Organizations grow 7 to 9 percent faster than companies managing HR functions in-house. The key to realizing these benefits is finding a Certified PEO that operates as a true strategic partner with clearly

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The Ultimate PEO Integration Guide That Saves You From Hidden Costs

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Executive Summary Most PEO vendors present integration as a seamless, turnkey process managed entirely by their “experienced implementation team.” After 37 years reviewing PEO contracts and managing employer-side transitions, I can tell you what they will not: poorly managed PEO integration is the single greatest source of hidden liability transfers, service gaps, and compliance exposure

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The 5 Red‑Flags in Your PEO Agreement

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By Mark J. Burger, CPA — Employer‑Side PEO Advisor37 years advising companies on HR outsourcing, compliance, and cost transparency. Introduction Before you sign or renew your PEO agreement, make sure you know where the hidden costs and risks are buried. This guide outlines the five most common red flags I find in contracts from every major provider — and

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Cut Costs and Elevate Employee Satisfaction
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Unlocking Employee Satisfaction and Budget Savings with PEO Partnerships

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In the fast-paced and competitive world of business, leaders are constantly faced with a delicate balancing act: keeping costs under control while maintaining a high level of employee satisfaction. It’s a challenge many executives know all too well. You want to provide competitive benefits and retain top talent, but the associated administrative burdens and escalating

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Strategy for Florida Business to Lower Employee Turnover with a Professional Employer Organization

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Hurricane season in Florida is more than just a time to prepare for inclement weather; it’s a critical period when businesses must also focus on retaining their employees and managing operational risks. For companies across Palm Beach County, Broward County, Martin County, Naples, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, and Stuart, finding effective solutions to employee turnover

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giant paper dollar bill hanging from a franchise clothing store rack
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Unlock Franchise Growth: How PEO Services Simplify HR and Compliance

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The franchise model has long been a beacon for entrepreneurial success, providing a proven business framework with brand recognition and operational support. However, even the most successful franchises encounter challenges, especially in managing human resources and compliance issues. learn how to unlock your franchise growth with PEO services to simplify HR and employee management compliance.

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